The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70-74% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-74% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 85%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students (10-11)
110 students
Total Classroom Teachers (10-11)
10 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)70-74%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)70-74%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Asian
(10-11)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(10-11)1%
4%
Black
(10-11)98%
35%
White
(10-11)1%
58%
Hawaiian
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
95%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% AL state average).
How many students attend Russell Elementary School?
110 students attend Russell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Russell Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Russell Elementary School offer ?
Russell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Russell Elementary School part of?
Russell Elementary School is part of Russell County School District.
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